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Jens Risom: A Seat at the Table

Jens Risom: A Seat at the Table

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Jens Risom, a Danish-American mid-century furniture designer, was an unsung hero of Mid-Century Modern design. He was one of the first designers to introduce Scandinavian design to the United States and his original work is currently selling for large sums at auction. This book is the first authoritative biography of Risom, spanning his education in Denmark, early collaborations with Georg Jensen and Hans Knoll, the creation of his own company, and his legacy and presence in the 21st century.

Format: Hardback
Length: 264 pages
Publication date: 13 January 2022
Publisher: Phaidon Press Ltd


The captivating story of Jens Risom, a renowned Danish-American mid-century furniture designer, is unveiled in this groundbreaking monograph. Featured in esteemed publications such as Bookforum, ELLE Decor, and Interior Design Magazine, Risom emerges as an unsung hero of Mid-Century Modern design. His remarkable journey spans from his formative years in Denmark to his influential contributions to the United States. As one of the pioneers who introduced Scandinavian design to American audiences, Risom's creations have achieved immense popularity, with his original pieces fetching substantial sums at auctions. In 1942, his designs played a pivotal role in shaping the inaugural collection of furniture for the iconic Hans Knoll Furniture Company. Many of these iconic pieces, still produced today by renowned manufacturers like Knoll, Design Within Reach, De Padova, Camira, and Ralph Pucci, continue to captivate design enthusiasts.

This comprehensive biography, penned by a leading authority on Risom's work, delves into every aspect of his life. It explores his education in Denmark, early collaborations with renowned designers Georg Jensen and Hans Knoll, the establishment of his own design company, Jen Risom Design, and the construction of his celebrated prefab house on Block Island, Rhode Island. The book also sheds light on Risom's enduring legacy and his continued presence in the 21st century. Through exclusive access to a vast array of never-before-seen sketches, photographs, and ephemera, this book provides a deep and revealing insight into the life and work of Jens Risom. As the immortal slogan from his iconic ad campaign, captured by the renowned photographer Richard Avedon, asserts, "The answer is Risom."

Weight: 1368g
Dimension: 224 x 300 x 31 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781838663070

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